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John Swinney: “I don’t really think Andy Burnham is in a strong position to lecture me about all of these questions.”

On the recordJuly 1, 2026
I don’t really think Andy Burnham is in a strong position to lecture me about all of these questions.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

Editor's note · Context

Critiquing Burnham's stance on Scottish issues.

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